Botox Cosmetic® is the brand name for use of an approved drug injection that relaxes the muscles so they do not contract. The effect is to improve the appearance of worry lines, frown lines, laugh lines, crow’s feet and other dynamic wrinkles. Botox blocks impulses from the nerve to the tiny facial muscles that are related to expression lines.
Safe? Botox injections have been used safely and effectively for over ten years to treat many opthalmological and neurological disorders. Dr. Truswell does over 600 injections each year of this increasingly popular and effective solution for hyperdynamic wrinkles.
Permanent? No. The 1st injection may last approx. 4 months. Clinical studies indicate that the duration of treatment is increased over time so that injections may last longer with time.
Discomfort? A tiny needle is used for the injection and discomfort is minimal. Most patients compare it to a bug bite. No sedation is required and the patient can leave the office immediately. The effect takes place in on to several days.
